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TIL that B batteries do exist, but are just not a popular size.

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OG6La TIL that "Jingle Bells" was originally a Thanksgiving song! Written by James Lord Piermont in 1857 for his church's Thanksgiving concert, the catchy tune was initially associated with expressing gratitude during the Thanksgiving season. Over time, it became more closely linked with Christmas and is
Eobx TIL Al Bundy scored four touchdowns in a single game while playing for the Polk High School Panthers in the 1966 city championship game versus Andrew Johnson High School, including the game-winning touchdown in the final seconds against his old nemesis, “Spare Tire” Dixon
woOpE TIL Pinball was illegal in Oakland until 2014.
nedYr TIL that manatees rely on their farting abilities to keep them afloat. When they have gas stored up, they’re more buoyant and float to the surface. When they fart out that gas, they sink. When constipated and can’t pass gas, they can't swim properly and float around with their tail above their head.
DQYoj TIL 18 degrees Celsius is defined as cool water to swim in, defined as cold enough to cause someone a momentary gasp if they are not used to it but will become comfortable to swim in after the initial shock